2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Publica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |